Jon Zimmerman
Grants Pass
Summary
Detail-oriented with expertise in specimen collection and strict adherence to compliance. Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and enhancing processes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Technician
USS Mesa Verde
Portsmouth, VA
10.2022 - 03.2025
- Collected and shipped Legal blood and body fluids with strict adherence with local and state policy.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Operated and maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in test results by following strict quality control procedures.
- Documented information by maintaining daily logs and equipment record books.
- Trained and supervised junior technicians in laboratory protocols.
- Developed new protocols and improved existing laboratory processes.
- Documented test results accurately, supporting data integrity and traceability efforts.
- Participated in training sessions for new technicians on laboratory protocols and safety measures.
Laboratory Technician
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth
Portsmouth, VA
08.2018 - 10.2022
- Collected and shipped legal blood and body fluids in accordance with Armed Forces Medical Examiner System.
- Analyzed experimental data, identifying trends that informed process improvements and troubleshooting strategies.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance accuracy of testing procedures and outcomes.
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Trained new associates in laboratory procedures and standards.
- Trained junior technicians on laboratory techniques and safety protocols, enhancing overall team proficiency.
Laboratory Technician
Naval Hospital Okinawa
Okinawa, Japan
03.2014 - 08.2018
- Cleaned and sterilized tools and equipment to maximize purity of specimens.
- Operated basic laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meter, colorimeter, spectrophotometer, autoclave and evaporator.
- Performed testing and quality control using approved laboratory procedures and instrumentation.
- Kept laboratory supplies prepared by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
- Collected blood and bodily fluids in accordance with Japanese law and the status of forces agreement for US military personnel and for the local police.
- shipped legal samples to Armed Forces Medical Examiner System in the US.
- Shipped legal samples to the Japanese magistrate testing facility.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hidden Vally High School
Murphy, ORSkills
- Detailed oriented
- Training and mentoring
- Document management
- Critical thinking
- Safety compliance
- HIPAA compliance
Timeline
Laboratory Technician
USS Mesa Verde
10.2022 - 03.2025
Laboratory Technician
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth
08.2018 - 10.2022
Laboratory Technician
Naval Hospital Okinawa
03.2014 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Hidden Vally High School